How To Fix MDG_BS_MAT_UI045 - Maintain material type before maintaining valuation data.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_MAT_UI - Material Display (Single Maintenance)

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Maintain material type before maintaining valuation data.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_UI045 - Maintain material type before maintaining valuation data. ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_MAT_UI045 indicates that you need to maintain the material type before you can maintain valuation data for a material in the Master Data Governance (MDG) system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to enter or modify valuation data for a material without having defined or selected a material type.
  Cause:
  
  Material Type Not Defined: The material type for the material you are trying to create or modify has not been defined or is missing.
  Incorrect Sequence of Data Entry: The system requires that the material type be maintained before any valuation data can be entered. If you attempt to enter valuation data first, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the MDG system that prevent the material type from being properly recognized or maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Material Type:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., MM01 for creating materials or MM02 for changing materials).
  Ensure that you have selected or defined the appropriate material type for the material you are working on.
  If you are using MDG, ensure that the material type is correctly configured in the MDG data model.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SPRO transaction (Customizing) and check the configuration for material types under the Material Management section.
  Ensure that the material type is properly set up with all necessary attributes and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Follow Correct Data Entry Sequence:
  
  Make sure to follow the correct sequence of data entry as required by the system. First, maintain the material type, and then proceed to enter valuation data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to material management and MDG for any specific instructions or requirements regarding material types and valuation data.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain material types and valuation data. Lack of proper authorization can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Material Types: Material types in SAP define the attributes and behaviors of materials. Each material type has specific settings that determine how the material is managed in the system.
  Valuation Data: Valuation data includes information about how the material is valued in financial terms, such as standard price, moving average price, etc.
  MDG Configuration: Master Data Governance (MDG) requires specific configurations to ensure that master data is maintained correctly. This includes defining data models, governance processes, and workflows.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.